Therapy name: Magnetic Therapy (Magnotherapy)
Regulatory Body:
Efficacy: Musco-skeletal disorders, arthritis, headaches, migraines, hormonal imbalances, wound healing, problems with circulation, insomnia, fatigue
Overview: Magnotherapy involves the application of a magnetic field to the body in order to relieve pain and to help the natural healing process.
How it works: Practitioners believe that placing magnets over the skin increases blood flow in that particular area because the iron atoms contained in red blood cells respond to magnetism. This can increase the supply of oxygen to the cells and speed up the elimination of toxins.
What to expect: You can buy a variety of goods that contain magnets for healing purposes, such as straps, shoes, car-seat covers, pillows and even mattresses.
Known Contraindications: Magnets or magnetic therapy should not be used if using a pacemaker, implanted medical device or insulin pump as they may interfere with the delicate electronic equipment.
Magnetic therapy is not recommended during pregnancy.